Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2001 Ford Focus Petrol 1998cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 186,518 miles on the clock, averaging 11,039 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for RK51 VWU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 42,317 |
| Average per year | 11,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK51 VWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RK51 VWU
What car is RK51 VWU?
RK51 VWU is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
What is the mileage of RK51 VWU?
The last recorded mileage for RK51 VWU was 186,518 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK51 VWU passed its MOT?
RK51 VWU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2018.
Is RK51 VWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK51 VWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK51 VWU?
RK51 VWU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.